Private Tour
Balcony Walk of Jebal Shams (Highest Peak of Oman)
Overview
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8 hours
Mobile ticket
Kick off your adventure with a 6-7 AM pick-up from Muscat to Jebel Shams, Oman’s highest peak. Arriving by 9-10 AM, embark on the scenic Balcony Walk along Wadi Ghul, enjoying stunning views and exploring the historic village of Sab Bani Khamis. Hike to the hidden lake and head back to the vehicles before enjoying lunch. Visit the ruins of Ghul before returning to Muscat by 7-8 PM, inspired by Jebel Shams' breathtaking landscapes.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Begin your day in the Husaak Centre in Muscat at 6.30 am for a thrilling journey to Jebel Shams, Oman’s highest peak. By 9-10 AM, you’ll arrive and embark on the famous Balcony Walk, a breathtaking trail along the edge of Wadi Ghul, often called the Grand Canyon of Oman. The hike offers stunning panoramic views and leads to the abandoned village of Sab Bani Khamis, a hidden gem rich in history. For those seeking more adventure, continue hiking to a hidden lake, a serene oasis amidst the rugged mountains. Pause for a packed lunch with incredible views, then retrace your steps along the trail. Return to Muscat by 7-8 PM, filled with awe from the majestic landscapes of Jebel Shams. A perfect day for outdoor enthusiasts!
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Lunch
All safety gear
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Balcony Walk of Jebal Shams (Highest Peak of Oman)
Reviews
16 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Viewing from above the unique beauty of Oman
AthanasiaP25,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hiking that gives another view of the mountain From above you gaze at the gorges and the steep slopes that are very impressive
Beautiful gorge walk
Zwarte Leeuw,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful walk, but if you don't know a fear of heights! No Grand Canyon, but much quieter and doable. You lose almost 4 hours back and forth, but you enjoy yourself continuously along the way. Do it in the morning, because when you have to go back to your accommodation in the evening it is very dark!
Top three in Oman
Peter P,,Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a unique experience to be of a beautiful piece of nature. A must do for every Oman visitor. Provide sturdy shoes
Stunning views on Grand Canyon of Arabia
smallbug 11,,Jul 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Known as the "Grand Canyon of Arabia," Jebel Shams boasts the highest peak in Oman and offers stunning views. The walk is not difficult if you do hiking regularly. Just a few small steep sections, rest is level 3 walk. The view is amazing, if you are in the area, don't miss this.
10/10
soufyv,,Sep 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything was amazing from start to finish. We enjoyed every last step. Learned to not take bananas. Thank you for the help and the #1 sweeper صهيب.
Worth it!
Freedom38278139855,,Sep 17, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I'm thrilled to go on the Jabel Shams summit hiking trip. It was such an incredible and memorable experience! It was a fantastic adventure, especially for a first-time hiker. The fact that the group, guide, and overall experience exceeded my expectations speaks volumes about the quality of the journey. Thank you for this amazing experience. I can't wait for the next hikes.
Amazing, just amazing with the most incredible and friendly staff
rochelle-mos91,,Oct 25, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was an incredible experience, never knew Oman had such natural beauty. The staff was incredible and made the trip an experience I will never forget. Thank you so much and will see you all again soon!
WOW
SorrinaO,,Oct 24, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a weekend… what an experience.. what an adventure… Thank you Hussak!!!! You put so much effort into making this happen.. everything was perfect..and most importantly i felt safe, thanks to you! you ensured everything was taken care of… i enjoyed every single moment, the canyoning, meals cooked by you guys, camping, chatting, climbing, the rides, star gazing! This experience made me discover another part of myself!!! Thank you again for everything… keep in touch as i cant wait for the next Hussak adventure! I connected with beautiful people… beautiful souls. Cant wait to see u guys again! ✨
Balcony Walk at Jebal Shams
198craign,,Nov 21, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The actual walk is lovely and the Via Ferrata was an exciting and enjoyable way to finish without having to retrace your steps. We were a bit annoyed to be asked whether we had brought any climbing gloves with us as these were apparently considered important despite not being on the kit list and the company saying that all equipment would be provided. Our guide was pleasant but quite taciturn and we had to ask him questions to find out anything about what we were seeing or doing. He did warm up a bit as the day wore on but clearly not a 'people' person. We eventually found out that the two people accompanying him were trainee guides. This was not something we were aware was going to happen but, as they were both considerably more talkative than the actual guide, we weren't about to complain! The authentic Omani lunch could not unfortunately be facilitated but the offer of a barbecue as an alternative sounded great. Sadly, all we got was a load of lamb chops which were really quite tough despite long cooking over the BBQ. No salads or side dishes which was very disappointing.
A wonderful taste of Omani mountains
ClotildeP16,,Nov 13, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Walking the balcony trail was a wonderful experience. Impressive to see how deep Isco the canyon!! Even the road to come by car is an experience! A special thank to our guide Ahmed! Great introduction to Oman!
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